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Clouds, then sunshine in Portland this week
It’s a tale of two weather patterns in the Portland area this week. From Sunday to Tuesday, temperatures are expected to be mild and clouds will cover the skies. The National Weather Service in Portland forecasts temperatures in the 70s and a 30% chance of rain on Monday. If...
Oregon expects ‘successful’ 2024 election amid ballot delay concerns
Ahead of November, Oregon election officials are preparing for the general election while some election directors across the country are voicing concerns the United States Postal Service cannot handle an influx of mail-in ballots.
Measles & Whooping Cough Outbreak Surges Among Large Pool Of Unvaccinated Kids
Oregon has faced a resurgence of preventable diseases, with the number of measles cases on the rise and outbreaks of whooping cough affecting multiple counties across the state. After reports of only one measles case in 2022, Oregon has now confirmed six cases, and the state health authorities warn that...
Drunk driver smashes into side of Gresham Fire’s brand-new rig
A pair of intoxicated drivers smashed into Gresham first responder vehicles Saturday, July 27, in unrelated incidents. First an intoxicated woman smashed her Ford F-150 into the side of Gresham Fire’s brand-new tiller, a gleaming 61-foot rig purchased last fall that operates out of the flagship Station 71, at the intersection of Southeast 181st and Stark Street According to responding police, the driver was uncooperative during the investigation. A search...
Hops bounce back from tough defeat with 5-2 win over Canadians
A day after watching their four-game winning streak come to an end by way of a heartbreaking one-run defeat, the Hops bounced back with a 5-2 win over Vancouver on Saturday night, July 27, at Hillsboro Ballpark. Starting pitcher Roman Angelo earned the win for Hillsboro allowing two earned runs on just four hits, while striking out seven in 6.2 innings of work. After falling behind 1-0 in the game’s...
Aerospace industry seen as key to Washington’s economic growth, new report says
(The Center Square) – A new report from the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce finds that the aerospace industry is a key driver of economic growth in Washington state. The aerospace industry generated more than $71 billion in business revenues and $19.4 billion in labor income last year, according to the report. The report also found that […]
Student’s work flourishes with her ‘extrovert writing style’
Ysabel Adriano, an incoming sophomore at South Albany High School, discovered her passion for writing in elementary school. That passion grew when it became an outlet for her during the COVID-19 pandemic and she saw her writing flourish. Ysabel, 14, said it was an elementary school assignment that sparked her...
Commissioner Meieran criticizes lack of transparency in MultCo deflection program
Multnomah County leaders are working to open a deflection center by September, giving people the option for rehabilitation over jail when they get arrested with small amounts of street drugs, with a requirement that they engage with the recommended service within 30 days.
Jazz Greats Pearl Django Serenade Guests at Summer at the Schmidt Midsummer Night’s Dream Faire
Summer is a magical season that hearkens back to midsummer night festivals, open air concerts and al fresco dining under the stars. On Thursday, August 8, 2024, join the Olympia Tumwater Foundation and City of Tumwater Arts department for their Summer at the Schmidt evening fundraiser. This year’s theme is Midsummer Night’s Dream Faire and there will be plenty of magic around every corner, all benefitting Procession of the Species.